BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI
The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has announced a $2000 reward for information leading to the arrest of suspected poachers who killed three lions in Hwange National Park.
The lions were found dead with their heads and legs chopped off.
“We are offering a reward of $2000 for any information that can lead to the arrest of suspects responsible for the poaching of three lions in Hwange National Park,” said Tinashe Farawo, ZimParks spokesperson.
The incident was discovered on early this week near Nyamandlovu pan, Hwange Main Camp.
According to ZimParks, the lions’ carcasses were found with bullet holes from a heavy calibre rifle and their heads and legs had been chopped off.
The authority is urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation.
“You may contact Tinashe Farawo on 0772433901 or tfarawo@zimparks.org.zw. All information will be treated with strict confidence,” said Farawo.